XBloom Studio - Review
A Few Thoughts on the xBloom Studio After Living With It
I recently picked up an xBloom Studio, and after spending some proper time with it, I can safely say it’s been a joy to use. It’s one of those bits of kit that feels like it was designed by people who actually care about coffee, not just convenience.
At its core, the Studio sits in a really nice middle ground. It gives you the ease of an automated brewer, but with the depth and flexibility that manual brewers love. If you enjoy tinkering, testing, and getting nerdy with recipes, this thing really opens the door.
What I’ve Been Enjoying Most
The first thing that stood out was just how much control you get. Grind size, water temperature, flow rate, pouring structure... it’s all there, and it’s surprisingly intuitive once you’ve spent a bit of time in the app. I’ve found it especially satisfying when dialling in coffees I already know well, because small tweaks genuinely show up in the cup.
The app itself is one of the Studio’s biggest strengths. You can go deep with recipe creation or keep things simple if you want. I love being able to save recipes, tweak them over time, and really understand what’s happening during each brew. A lot of other reviews have echoed this too. It’s a machine that rewards curiosity rather than rushing you through the process.
There’s also something really appealing about the all-in-one setup. Grinder, brewer, scales, and water delivery all working together makes the workflow feel clean and deliberate. It still feels like brewing coffee properly, just with fewer variables going wrong.
And while I don’t personally lean heavily on the pod side of things, the NFC cards are a clever touch. They make it easy to get a consistent result quickly, especially if you’re short on time or just want a no-thinking morning brew.
A Few Things I’d Love to See Improved
As much as I’m enjoying the Studio, there are a couple of things I’d genuinely love to see added in future updates.
Final brewed coffee weight read-out. The built-in scales are clearly capable of measuring this, so it feels like a missed opportunity not to show it once the brew finishes. When you’re testing extraction and using a refractometer, that final beverage weight is incredibly useful, and it would be a small software change that adds a lot of value.
Smart home integration is another area where I think the Studio could really shine. Bluetooth control works well, but I’d love to see Wi-Fi support and compatibility with things like HomeKit or Google Home. Being able to trigger a brew as part of a morning routine would be fantastic.
Along similar lines, a scheduled brew or wake-up timer would be a game changer. For early starts, having the machine preheated and ready or even brewing automatically would make mornings feel a lot smoother.
And finally, a small thing, but one that would improve day-to-day use: an iPhone widget. A simple button on my home screen to start a brew or launch a favourite recipe would be much nicer than opening the app every time.
Who I Think the xBloom Studio Is For
This probably isn’t the machine for someone who wants coffee with zero thought or involvement. But if you enjoy experimenting, refining recipes, and understanding why a brew tastes the way it does, the Studio really delivers.
It feels especially well suited to people who love pour-over but don’t always want the full manual setup every single morning. You still get intention and control, just with a bit more consistency and ease.
Final Thoughts
Overall, the xBloom Studio has quickly become a piece of kit I genuinely look forward to using. It’s thoughtful, flexible, and clearly built with coffee people in mind. With a few smart software updates and deeper automation features, it could easily become one of the best home brewing systems out there.
If you enjoy exploring what coffee can do, rather than just drinking it on autopilot, the Studio is well worth a look.